User manual RUSSELL HOBBS GLASS TOUCH KETTLE 14743

[. . . ] 9 Remove the kettle from its stand before filling or pouring. 10 Route the cable so it doesn't overhang, and can't be tripped over or caught. 12 Unplug the stand when not in use, before moving and before cleaning. Let the kettle cool down before cleaning and storing away. [. . . ] The kettle will start to heat up. pulsing element 17 Initially, you'll hear the element pulse on, off, and on again, as it works to control the temperature accurately. 18 When it reaches the set temperature, the button will stop flashing and glow steadily. 19 After 5 minutes, the light will go out, and the kettle will go to sleep. changing temperature 20 If you get the temperature wrong, and want to change it: a) touch the correct button b) the button will flash while the water heats or cools c) when it reaches the set temperature, the button will stop flashing and glow steadily , Reducing the temperature may take a long time ­ you may prefer to pour the hot water away, and refill with cold water. switching off 21 To switch off manually, touch the glowing button again. 22 The lights will go out, and the kettle will go to sleep. 23 To save electricity, unplug the stand. general 24 Remove the kettle from the stand before pouring. 25 To avoid the risk of splashing, pour slowly and don't over-tilt the kettle. 26 Don't tilt the kettle backwards, water might get on to the control area. If this happens, let the kettle dry before use ­ sit it somewhere warm for 12 hours. 4 27 When you lift the kettle, you may see moisture on the stand. Don't worry ­ it's the steam used to switch off automatically, which then condenses and escapes via vents under the kettle. 28 You may see some discolouration on the floor of the kettle. Again, don't worry ­ it's due to the bonding of the element to the kettle floor. optimum temperatures for teas and coffees The temperature of the water used in the preparation of different types of tea and coffee is important. tea fine green teas ­ Japanese Sencha green tea roasted ­ green tea from around the world white tea ­ white peony, jasmine black tea ­ Pu-erh, Ceylon, Assam coffee piston/plunger coffee pot, and instant 95 water temperature °C 60 ­ 65 70 ­ 75 80 ­ 85 95 brewing time (min) 1 ­ 1½ 2­3 4­6 4­6 using with insufficient water 28 This will shorten the life of the element. A boil-dry cut-out will switch the kettle off. 29 You must then remove the kettle from its stand to reset the cut-out. 30 Sit the kettle on the work surface till it's cold. 31 Don't fill it the kettle till it's cold, or it may spit. care and maintenance 32 Unplug the stand, and let the kettle cool down, before cleaning or storing away. 33 Clean the outside surfaces with a damp cloth. 35 Don't put the kettle or stand in any liquid. 36 Don't use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents. water filter 37 Scale particles suspended in the water may give it a cloudy or greasy appearance. The filter will prevent these particles going into your drink. If you see deposits on the filter, clean it, otherwise the performance of your kettle will drop, your drinks may contain scale, and the water inside the kettle may look cloudy. cleaning the filter 38 Check your hands are free from soap, or anything which might leave a taint. [. . . ] It's on the rating plate (usually underneath the product). The product isn't user-serviceable. If it's not working, read the instructions, check the plug fuse and main fuse/circuit breaker. If it's still not working, consult your retailer. [. . . ]